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Timeline of the 2025 India-Pakistan Conflict (Operation Sindoor) Based on Press briefing Transcripts​

• April 22, 2025:
  • Pahalgam Terrorist Attack: A terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, kills 26 people, described as a brutal and dastardly act by Pakistani-sponsored terrorists. This event triggers Operation Sindoor (Briefing #8, Briefing #6).
• April 26, 2025:
  • Indian Navy Deployment: Within 96 hours of the Pahalgam attack (i.e., by April 26), the Indian Navy deploys its carrier battle group, surface forces, submarines, and aviation assets in the northern Arabian Sea, revalidating combat readiness through weapon firings (Briefing #8).
• May 6–7, 2025 (Night):
  • Operation Sindoor Initiated: India launches Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terrorist camps in Pakistan-administered Kashmir (PoK) and Punjab province, including Muridke (a Lashkar-e-Taiba hub) and Bahawalpur (a Jaish-e-Mohammed stronghold). The Indian Air Force (IAF) uses precision-guided air-to-surface munitions, killing over 100 terrorists, including high-value targets Yusuf Azar, Abdul Malik, and Mudasir Ahmed, linked to the IC814 hijacking and Pulwama attack. The operation avoids collateral damage (Briefing #8).
  • Pakistan’s Response: Pakistan violates the Line of Control (LoC), targeting civilian villages and religious sites (e.g., a gurdwara), resulting in civilian casualties (Briefing #8).
• May 7, 2025:
  • First Press Briefing: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announces Operation Sindoor, presenting visual evidence of the strikes on terror camps (Briefing #8).
  • Pakistan’s Drone Attacks (Evening): Pakistan launches waves of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones targeting Indian civilian areas and military installations. India’s air defense systems (hard and soft kill methods) intercept these, with minimal damage reported (Briefing #8).
  • India’s Response (Night): In a calibrated response, the IAF strikes Pakistani radar installations near Lahore and Gujranwala to signal readiness without escalating to full military conflict (Briefing #8).
• May 7–10, 2025:
  • Pakistan’s Losses Along the LoC: Pakistan loses 35–40 personnel along the LoC due to artillery and small arms firing by Indian forces during this period (Briefing #8).
  • Indian Losses: India loses five military personnel and civilians during Operation Sindoor, with tributes paid to their sacrifices (Briefing #8).
• May 8–9, 2025 (Night):
  • Pakistan’s Drone Attacks (22:30 IST Onwards): Pakistan launches a mass raid of drones and quadcopters from Srinagar to Naliya, targeting civilian and military sites, continuing until midnight. India’s air defenses prevent significant damage (Briefing #8).
  • India’s Response: India targets Pakistani SAM sites at Malakand and radar sites near Lahore and Gujranwala, maintaining a measured response. Pakistan’s drone attacks persist into the morning (Briefing #8).
  • Civilian Aircraft Risk: Pakistan allows civilian aircraft, including international passenger flights, to operate from Lahore during drone attacks, forcing India to exercise caution to avoid civilian casualties, even at a tactical disadvantage (Briefing #8).
• May 9–10, 2025 (Night):
  • Pakistan’s Attacks on IAF Bases (20:00 IST Onwards): Pakistan launches simultaneous attacks using drones and combat vehicles on IAF bases, including Jammu, Udhampur, Pathankot, Amritsar, Bathinda, Naliya, Delhi, Talhausi, Toy, Jaisalmer, Uttarlai, and Phalodi. India’s air defenses (e.g., Pechora, Akash, S-400 systems) neutralize these attacks with no ground damage (Briefing #8).
  • India’s Retaliatory Strikes: India conducts coordinated strikes on Pakistani air bases (Chaklala/Nur Khan, Rafiqi, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, Sargodha, Bholari, Jacobabad), command centers at Murid, radar sites at Pasrur and Chunya, and UAV hangars at Sukkur. Visual evidence confirms significant damage to runways, radar systems, and aircraft shelters (Briefing #8, Target X Post: 1921084526534512770).
  • Indian Navy’s Role: The Navy’s forward deployment in the Arabian Sea compels Pakistan’s naval units to remain defensive, mostly in harbors, contributing to Pakistan’s ceasefire request (Briefing #8).
• May 10, 2025:
  • Morning Briefing (Briefing #4): India confirms overnight strikes on Pakistani military targets (listed in the target X post) and details Pakistan’s attacks on civilian infrastructure (e.g., schools in Srinagar, Avantipura, Udhampur). It refutes misinformation about S-400 and BrahMos destruction, noting Pakistani troops amassing at the borders and LoC.
  • Target X Post (06:06 UTC, 11:36 IST): Sidhant Sibal reports India’s confirmation of strikes on Pakistani military bases (Rafiqi, Murid, Chaklala, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, Chunya, Pasrur radar site, Sialkot aviation base) in the “last few hours” (Post ID: 1921084526534512770).
  • Ceasefire Agreement (15:35 IST): The DGMOs of India and Pakistan agree to halt all military actions on land, air, and sea, effective from 17:00 IST, with a follow-up call scheduled for May 12 at 12:00 PM IST (Briefing #5).
  • Evening Briefing (Briefing #6): The Ministry of Defence reaffirms ceasefire adherence, details Pakistan’s heavy losses (e.g., air bases at Skardu, Sargodha, Jacobabad, Bholari, air defense systems, and radar sites), and counters misinformation about targeting religious sites, emphasizing India’s secular values.
  • Ceasefire Violations (19:00 IST Onwards): Pakistan violates the ceasefire with cross-border firing, LoC violations, and drone intrusions across the western front, continuing into May 11 morning. India responds robustly (Briefing #7, Briefing #8).
  • Late-Night Briefing (Briefing #7): Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri condemns the violations, confirms India’s military response, and calls on Pakistan to act responsibly, with instructions for the armed forces to deal strongly with further breaches.
• May 11, 2025:
  • Tri-Services Briefing (18:30 IST, Briefing #8):
    • India details Operation Sindoor’s success, including the destruction of terror camps (May 6-7) and strikes on Pakistani military targets (May 9-10).
    • Pakistan’s losses include 35–40 personnel along the LoC, unquantified air force casualties (some fighter jets downed), and over 100 terrorists. India loses five military personnel and civilians.
    • Pakistani troops remain amassed at the borders and LoC, with no withdrawal reported.
    • A hotline message is sent to Pakistan, warning of fierce and punitive counteractions if violations persist.
    • The Chief of Army Staff grants army commanders full authority for kinetic counteractions against further violations.
• May 12, 2025 (Scheduled):
  • DGMO Follow-Up Call (12:00 IST): The DGMOs are scheduled to discuss modalities to ensure the ceasefire’s longevity, though ongoing violations raise concerns (Briefings #5, #8).

 

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Operation SINDOOR: The Rise of Aatmanirbhar Innovation in National Security​

India’s growing technological self-reliance​

Posted On: 14 MAY 2025 8:46PM by PIB Delhi

Introduction

Operation SINDOOR emerged as a calibrated military response to an evolving pattern of asymmetric warfare, one that increasingly targets unarmed civilians along with military personnel. The terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam in April 2025 served as grim reminder of this shift. India’s response was deliberate, precise, and strategic. Without crossing the Line of Control or international boundary, Indian forces struck terrorist infrastructure and eliminated multiple threats. However, beyond tactical brilliance, what stood out was the seamless integration of indigenous hi-tech systems into national defence. Whether in drone warfare, layered air defence, or electronic warfare, Operation SINDOOR marks a milestone in India’s journey towards technological self-reliance in military operations.

Air Defence Capabilities: Tech as the First Line of Protection

On the night of 07-08 May 2025, Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India including Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, using drones and missiles. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) Grid and Air Defence systems.

Air Defence systems detect, track, and neutralise threats using a network of radars, control centres, artillery, and both aircraft- and ground-based missiles.
On the morning of May 8, the Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. An Air Defence system at Lahore was neutralised.[1]

PERFORMANCE OF SYSTEMS

As part of Operation SINDOOR, the following were used:

• Battle-proven AD (Air Defence) systems like the Pechora, OSA-AK and LLAD guns (Low-level air defence guns).
• Indigenous systems such as the Akash, which demonstrated stellar performance

AKASH is a Short Range Surface to Air Missile system to protect vulnerable areas and vulnerable points from air attacks. The AKASH Weapon System can simultaneously engage Multiple Targets in Group Mode or Autonomous Mode. It has built in Electronic Counter-Counter Measures (ECCM) features. The entire weapon system has been configured on mobile platforms.[2]

India’s Air Defence Systems, combining assets from the Army, Navy, and primarily the Air Force, performed with exceptional synergy. These systems created an impenetrable wall, foiling multiple attempts by Pakistan to retaliate.

The Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) of the Indian Air Force brought all these elements together, providing the net-centric operational capability vital for modern warfare.

Offensive Actions with Pinpoint Accuracy

India's offensive strikes targeted key Pakistani airbases- Noor Khan and Rahimyar Khan with surgical precision. Loitering munitions were used to devastating effect, each finding and destroying high-value targets, including enemy radar and missile systems.

Loitering munitions also known as "suicide drones" or "kamikaze drones", are weapons systems that can hover or circle a target area, searching for a suitable target before attacking.
All strikes were executed without loss of Indian assets, underscoring the effectiveness of our surveillance, planning, and delivery systems. The use of modern indigenous technology, from long-range drones to guided munitions, made these strikes highly effective and politically calibrated.

Indian Air Force bypassed and jammed Pakistan’s Chinese-supplied air defence systems, completing the mission in just 23 minutes, demonstrating India’s technological edge.
Evidence of Neutralized Threats

Operation SINDOOR also produced concrete evidence of hostile technologies neutralized by Indian systems:

• Pieces of PL-15 missiles (of Chinese origin)
• Turkish-origin UAVs, named "Yiha" or "YEEHAW"
• Long-range rockets, quadcopters and commercial drones

These were recovered and identified, showing that despite Pakistan's attempts to exploit advanced foreign-supplied weaponry, India’s indigenous air defence and electronic warfare networks remained superior.

Performance of Systems: Air Defence Measures of the Indian Army

On May 12, Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, Director General Military Operations, in the Operation SINDOOR press briefing highlighted the excellent performance of a mix of legacy and modern systems:

Preparedness and Coordination:

Since precise strikes on terrorists were conducted without crossing the Line of Control or International Boundary, it was anticipated Pakistan's response would come from across the border.

• A unique blend of Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems, Electronic Warfare assets, and Air Defence Weapons from both Army and Air Force
• Multiple defensive layers from the International Boundary inward:

1. Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems
2. Shoulder-Fired Weapons
3. Legacy Air Defence Weapons
4. Modern Air Defence Weapon Systems

This multi-tier defence prevented Pakistan Air Force attacks on our airfields and logistic installations during the night of May 9-10. These systems, built over the last decade with continuous government investment, proved to be force multipliers during the operation. They played a crucial role in ensuring that both civilian and military infrastructure across India remained largely unaffected during enemy retaliation attempts.

ISRO’s contribution: At an event on May 11, ISRO Chairman V Narayanan mentioned that At least 10 satellites are continuously working round-the-clock for the strategic purpose to ensure the safety and security of the citizens of the country. To ensure the safety of the country, the nation has to serve through its satellites. It has to monitor its 7,000 km seashore areas. It has to monitor the entire Northern part continuously. Without satellite and drone technology, the country can’t achieve that.[3]

The Business of Drone Power: A Rising Indigenous Industry

The Drone Federation India (DFI), is a premier industry body representing over 550 drone companies and 5500 drone pilots[4]. DFI’s vision is to make India a global drone hub by 2030, and it promotes the design, development, manufacturing, adoption and export of Indian drone and counter-drone technology worldwide. DFI enables ease of doing business, promotes the adoption of drone technology, and hosts several programs like Bharat Drone Mahotsav.[5] Some companies involved in the drone space are:

• Alpha Design Technologies (Bengaluru): Partnered with Israel’s Elbit Systems to build SkyStriker.
• Tata Advanced Systems offers a full range of integrated solutions across Defence & Security and has served as a trusted partner to India's armed forces for over six decades[6]
• Paras Defence & Space Technologies operates within the Defence and Space segments, distinguished by Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured (IDDM) capabilities[7]
• IG Drones is a Drone Technology Company for manufacturing and R & D of Drones specialized in defence and other industry applications along with provider of drone related services like drone surveying, mapping & inspection by industry experts. The company has partnered with Indian Army, Government of India , multiple State Governments, among others.[8]

The Indian drone market is projected to reach $11 billion by 2030, accounting for 12.2% of the global drone market.[9]

Drones at the Centre of Modern Warfare

The integration of drone warfare into India’s military doctrine owes its success to years of domestic R&D and policy reform. Since 2021, the ban on imported drones and the launch of the PLI (Production Linked Incentive) scheme have catalyzed rapid innovation. The scheme of Production Linked Incentive for drones and drone components of Ministry of Civil Aviation was notified on 30th September, 2021 with a total incentive of Rs 120 crores spread over three Financial Years (FYs), FY 2021-22 to FY 2023-24.[10] The future lies in autonomous drones with AI-driven decision-making, and India is already laying the groundwork.

Defence exports crossed the record figure of about Rs 24,000 crore in Financial Year 2024-25. The aim is to increase the figure to Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, and make India a developed nation and the world's largest defence exporter by 2047. [11]

Make in India continues to power the growth of the defence sector.

India has emerged as a major defence manufacturing hub, driven by the “Make in India” initiative and a strong push for self-reliance. In FY 2023–24, indigenous defence production reached a record ₹1.27 lakh crore, while exports soared to ₹23,622 crore in FY 2024–25, a 34-fold increase from 2013–14. Strategic reforms, private sector involvement, and robust R&D have led to the development of advanced military platforms like the Dhanush Artillery Gun System, Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), Main Battle Tank (MBT) Arjun, Light Specialist Vehicles, High Mobility Vehicles, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), Akash Missile System, Weapon Locating Radar, 3D Tactical Control Radar, and Software Defined Radio (SDR), as well as naval assets like destroyers, indigenous aircraft carriers, submarines, frigates, corvettes, fast patrol vessels, fast attack craft, and offshore patrol vessels.

The government has backed this growth with record procurement contracts, innovations under iDEX, drives like SRIJAN, and two Defence Industrial Corridors in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Key acquisitions such as LCH (Light Combat Helicopters) Prachand helicopters and the ATAGS (Approval for Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System) highlight the shift towards indigenous capability. With targets of ₹3 lakh crore in production and ₹50,000 crore in exports by 2029, India is firmly positioning itself as a self-reliant and globally competitive defence manufacturing power.

Conclusion:

Operation SINDOOR is not just a story of tactical success. It is a validation of India’s defence indigenization policies. From air defence systems to drones, from counter-UAS capabilities to net-centric warfare platforms, indigenous technology has delivered when it mattered most. The fusion of private-sector innovation, public-sector execution, and military vision has enabled India to not only defend its people and territory but also assert its role as a hi-tech military power in the 21st century. In future conflicts, the battlefield will increasingly be shaped by technology. And India, as shown in Operation SINDOOR, is ready, armed with its own innovations, backed by a determined state, and powered by the ingenuity of its people.

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Operation SINDOOR: India’s Strategic Clarity and Calculated Force​

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Posted On: 14 MAY 2025 8:53PM by PIB Delhi

Introduction:

On April 22, terror struck Pahalgam. Pakistan-backed attackers stormed a village, asked people their religion, and killed them, resulting in 26 deaths. A clear attempt to incite communal violence, this marked a shift, from cross-border attacks to dividing India from within. In response, India launched Operation SINDOOR to destroy the terror bases behind the attack. But Pakistan hit back harder. Over the next week, it used drones and shelling to target religious sites. The Shambhu Temple in Jammu, the Gurdwara in Poonch, and Christian convents were attacked. These were not random strikes. They were part of a plan to break India’s unity.

Purpose of Operation SINDOOR:

• Conceived to punish perpetrators and planners of terror
• Aimed to destroy terror infrastructure across the border

Intelligence and Target Selection:

• Carried out a microscopic scan of the terror landscape
• Identified numerous terror camps and training sites

Operational Ethics and Restraint:

• Operated under self-imposed restraint to avoid collateral damage
• Only terrorist targets were to be neutralized, avoiding civilian harm

During the first press briefing on May 7, India clarified its response as focused, measured and non-escalatory. It was specifically mentioned that Pakistani military establishments had not been targeted. It was also reiterated that any attack on military targets in India will invite a suitable response. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, across multiple press briefings on May 8, 9, and 10, laid bare India’s plan of action and the full extent of Pakistan’s designs.

India's Retaliatory Response: India conducted retaliatory strikes on Radar installations in Lahore and Radar facilities near Gurjanwala destroyed.

Ceasefire: Inflicted by this heavy damage, Pakistan's Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) called the Indian DGMO and It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time on 10th May 2025.

Pakistani Response after ceasefire: Even after ceasefire, Wave of UAVs and small drones intruded into Indian civilian and military areas. These drones were successfully intercepted.

The Indian Armed Forces gave a befitting response to Pakistan’s intrusion. Further, all field commanders have been authorized to take appropriate action in case of any ceasefire violation.
Additionally, being in the digital age, warfare transcends traditional battlegrounds. Alongside military operations, a fierce information war has been ongoing online. Following the commencement of Operation SINDOOR, India found itself targeted by an aggressive campaign launched by Pakistan- full of lies and misinformation. The aim was to distort the truth, mislead the global public and reclaim lost narrative ground through a storm of misinformation. However, India has been proactively responding and dissipating misinformation with facts, transparency, showcasing strong digital vigilance. Rather than reacting emotionally, a composed and methodical approach to information warfare was undertaken:

• Highlighting operational success: Operation SINDOOR’s effectiveness was communicated with precision, focusing on strategic outcomes rather than sensationalism.
• Discrediting sources: Indian authorities have exposed the manipulation tactics used by Pakistan-based accounts, many of which are now under scrutiny by international social media platforms.
• Promoting media literacy: Campaigns to educate citizens on how to identify fake news have helped create a more resilient digital environment.

Pakistan Punished Through Military and Non-Military Means

Operation SINDOOR was a significant demonstration of India’s military and strategic power, executed through a combination of military and non-military means. This multi-dimensional operation effectively neutralized terrorist threats, deterred Pakistani aggression, and firmly enforced India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism. The operation maintained strategic restraint while gaining international support.

Non-Military Measures undertaken:

• India’s non-kinetic efforts played a crucial role in shaping the strategic environment and ensuring public and international support. Through strategic policymaking, information dominance, and psychological operations, India diplomatically and economically isolated Pakistan while strengthening domestic preparedness and global backing.
• A decisive move under Operation SINDOOR was India’s termination of the Indus Waters Treaty. The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect, until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. This has far-reaching consequences for Pakistan, a country heavily dependent on the Indus river system for 80% of its 16 million hectares of agricultural land and 93% of its total water use. This system supports 237 million people and contributes one-fourth of Pakistan’s GDP through crops like wheat, rice, and cotton.
• With Mangla and Tarbela dams having only 10% live storage capacity (14.4 MAF), any disruption in water flow could cause catastrophic agricultural losses, food shortages, water rationing in major cities, and rolling blackouts. Industries such as textiles and fertilizers could become paralyzed. These shocks would severely impact Pakistan’s already fragile economy, pushing it toward fiscal and foreign exchange crises.
• For India, the Indus Waters Treaty had long hampered infrastructure development in Jammu & Kashmir, restricting projects to run-of-the-river designs. Suspension of the treaty gave India full control over western rivers like Jhelum and Chenab, enabling construction of new reservoirs in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, and Haryana. This boosted irrigation and hydroelectric power generation and transformed a diplomatic instrument into a developmental asset. By suspending the treaty, India sent a decisive message- “Blood and water cannot flow together.”
• India closed the Attari-Wagah border. The Integrated Check Post Attari was closed with immediate effect. Those who crossed over with valid endorsements were to return through that route before 01 May 2025. India also suspended all bilateral trade with Pakistan. It halted exports of key goods like onions and banned imports of cement and textiles. This action severed the primary land-based trade route between the two nations, causing major disruption in economic ties.
• This suspension imposed immediate economic pressure on Pakistan, which was already battling inflation and debt crises. By cutting off these economic lifelines without escalating direct military conflict, India reinforced its zero-tolerance stance.
• Demonstrating firm resolve against terrorism, India revoked visas of all Pakistanis residing in the country and deported them immediately after the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) visas.
• A total ban was imposed on Pakistani artists, suspending all performances, screenings, music releases, and cultural exchanges. This restriction extended to streaming platforms, effectively erasing Pakistan’s cultural influence in India.
• On the global stage, India exposed Pakistan’s terror infrastructure and diplomatically isolated it.
• Collectively, these actions inflicted severe economic and diplomatic damage on Pakistan. They deepened its international isolation while powerfully affirming India’s commitment to a zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.
• The Defence/Military, Naval and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi are declared Persona Non Grata. The overall strength of the High Commissions will be brought down to 30 from the present 55 through further reductions.

Demonstrating leadership at a global level:

In the wake of this situation, a moment of national crisis demanded not just resolve but remarkable leadership. Rising to this challenge was Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose decisive role in Operation SINDOOR marked one of India’s boldest military responses in recent history. Despite being overseas on a pre-scheduled diplomatic visit, PM Modi swiftly assumed command, orchestrating a response that balanced strategic restraint with assertive action. He displayed remarkable restraint under immense pressure to react quickly and ensured that every step, from suspending the Indus Waters Treaty to military action, was well-planned and precisely timed.

• Strategic planning and targeted response underlined the operation’s framework. Rather than rushing into an emotional or reactive strike, Prime Minister Modi created strategic unpredictability to prevent Pakistan or its terror proxies from preparing for retaliation. The strikes were meticulously focused on terror infrastructure, and this clarity of objective was appreciated across party lines, including by opposition leader P. Chidambaram, who praised PM Modi for targeting only high-value terror installations, avoiding civilian areas entirely.
• Throughout the developments with Pakistan, the focused objective against terrorism remained unchanged. PM Modi stayed focused on delivering a firm and clear response. His consistent efforts against terrorism, viewed as a global threat helped India garner widespread international support. Under his leadership, India firmly established the principle that terrorism and its sponsors will be treated alike.
• With a measured, yet powerful response, it was ensured that no harm was inflicted upon on Pakistani civilians, despite repeated provocations from Pakistan. India’s military actions were limited to terror camps and specific military facilities aiding terrorism. This careful targeting showed both India’s capability and its commitment to responsible warfare.
• Addressing long-standing concerns, PM Modi’s decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty was a historic move, not only harming Pakistan’s interests but also benefiting India. He established a new national security doctrine: any future terror attack will be treated as an act of war. This eliminated the false distinction between terrorists and their state sponsors.

Addressing the nation on eve of 12th May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made it clear that ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’ is not just a name but is a reflection of the feelings of millions of people in the country and an unbroken pledge of justice. He said, “We remain committed to taking strong steps to safeguard India and its people. On the battlefield, we have always defeated Pakistan, and this time. Operation Sindoor has added a new dimension.”

Prime Minister outlined the following points in relation to Pakistan and cross-border terrorism.

• First, if there is a terrorist attack on India, a fitting reply will be given.
• Secondly, India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail. India will strike precisely and decisively at the terrorist hideouts developing under the cover of nuclear blackmail.
• Thirdly, we will not differentiate between the government sponsoring terrorism and the masterminds of terrorism. We will continue to take decisive steps to protect India and our citizens from any threat.
• India's stand is very clear... Terror and talks cannot go together... Terror and trade cannot go together…. Water and blood cannot flow together.
• If there are talks with Pakistan, it will be only on terrorism; and if there are talks with Pakistan, it will be only on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

What Operation SINDOOR Achieved

The results of Operation SINDOOR speak volumes about its impact:

1. Nine Terror Camps Eliminated: India successfully destroyed nine major terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), targeting Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen facilities. Over 100 terrorists were killed in action.
2. Cross-Border Precision Strikes: India redefined the rules of engagement, striking deep into Pakistan’s heartland, including Punjab province and Bahawalpur, once considered out of bounds even for U.S. drones. India made it clear: neither the LoC nor Pakistani territory will remain untouched if terror originates from there.
3. A New Strategic Red Line: Operation SINDOOR drew a new red line- if terror is state policy, it will be met with a visible and forceful response. This marked a shift from deterrence to direct action.
4. Equal Punishment for Terrorists and Their Sponsors: India rejected the artificial separation between terrorists and their backers, striking both simultaneously. This ended the impunity enjoyed by many Pakistan-based actors.
5. Exposure of Pakistan’s Air Defense Weaknesses: Indian Air Force bypassed and jammed Pakistan’s Chinese-supplied air defense systems, completing the mission in just 23 minutes using Rafale jets, SCALP missiles, and HAMMER bombs, demonstrating India’s technological edge.
6. India’s Air Defense Superiority Displayed: India’s multi-layered air defense, including the indigenous Akashteer system, shot down hundreds of drones and missiles. This also showcased India’s growing capabilities in exporting advanced defense systems.
7. Precision Without Escalation: India avoided civilian or non-terror military targets, showcasing its zero-tolerance for terror while containing the situation from escalating into full-scale war.
8. Elimination of Key Terror Commanders: Multiple high-profile terrorists on India’s most wanted list were neutralized in a single night, crippling key operational modules. High-value targets eliminated include Yusuf Azhar, Abdul Malik Rauf, Mudassir Ahmad. These individuals were linked to the IC-814 hijack and Pulwama blast.
9. Airstrikes on Pakistani Military Installations: On May 9–10, India became the first country to strike 11 airbases of a nuclear-armed nation in a single operation, destroying 20% of Pakistan’s air force assets. High casualties were inflicted at Bhoolari Airbase, including the death of Squadron Leader Usman Yusuf and destruction of key fighter jets.
10. Coordinated Tri-Service Action – The Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force worked in full coordination, demonstrating India’s growing joint military prowess.
11. A Global Message Delivered – India showed the world that it does not require anyone’s permission to defend its people. It reinforced the idea that terrorists and their masterminds can’t hide anywhere, and if Pakistan retaliates, India is prepared for a decisive counterstrike.
12. Widespread Global Support – Unlike in previous conflicts, this time multiple global leaders backed India, rather than calling for restraint. The shift showed India’s improved global standing and narrative control.
13. Kashmir Narrative Reframed – For the first time, India’s actions were seen purely through the lens of counter-terrorism, with the Kashmir issue completely decoupled from the strike narrative. This was made possible by the precision and clarity of Operation SINDOOR.

Conclusion:

India’s response to the Pahalgam attack stood firmly on legal and moral grounds. History will remember it as a principled and calibrated retaliation, shaped by leadership, ethics, and strategic precision. Operation SINDOOR has reshaped both the geopolitical and strategic landscape of South Asia. It was not merely a military campaign, but a multidimensional assertion of India’s sovereignty, resolve, and global standing. Under Prime Minister Modi’s decisive leadership, India demonstrated a new paradigm, one that blends restraint with strength, and precision with purpose. By targeting terror networks and their state sponsors with unprecedented clarity, India sent an unambiguous message: terrorism will be met with a swift and proportionate response, irrespective of borders or diplomatic complexities.

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Global Solidarity with India: A United Front Against Cross-Border Terrorism​

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Posted On: 14 MAY 2025 8:49PM by PIB Delhi​

The tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, which killed 26 innocent civilians mostly Hindu tourists sparked nationwide outrage and prompted a strong response from India. In a decisive response to the gruesome terrorist attack in Pahalgam, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved a series of stringent measures targeting Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border terrorism. These included​

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• Keeping in abeyance the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 with immediate effect, until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism.​
• Closing of the Integrated Check Post Attari with immediate effect.​
• Pakistani nationals not to be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) visas.​
• The Defence/Military, Naval and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi declared Persona Non Grata.​
• The overall strength of the High Commissions brought down to 30 from the present 55 through further reductions.​

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Conceived as a limited yet precise military campaign, Operation SINDOOR was launched to punish the perpetrators and destroy the infrastructure sustaining cross-border terrorism. Following detailed multi-agency intelligence, nine key terror camps including those in Bahawalpur and Muridke, were identified and neutralized through coordinated air and ground operations.​

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Purpose of Operation Sindoor:​

• Conceived to punish perpetrators and planners of terror.​
• Aimed to destroy terror infrastructure across the border.​

Intelligence and Target Selection:​

• Carried out a microscopic scan of the terror landscape.​
• Identified numerous terror camps and training sites.​

Operational Ethics and Restraint:​

• Operated under self-imposed restraint to avoid collateral damage.​
• Only terrorist targets were to be neutralized, avoiding civilian harm.
  Final Targets:​
• 9 confirmed terror camps, based on multi-agency intelligence.​
• Key Targets:
  Bhawalpur (terrorist training camp)
  Muridke (another key terrorist training site)​

Results of the Strikes:​

• Over 100 terrorists killed in the action.​
• 11 air bases in Pakistan are destroyed.​
• Indian army inflicted heavy damage in response to Pakistan’s intrusion.​

High-value targets eliminated include:​

• Yusuf Azhar​
• Abdul Malik Rauf​
• Mudassir Ahmad​
• These individuals were linked to the IC-814 hijack and Pulwama blast.​

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In a desperate and nefarious reaction, Pakistan resorted to the use of drones and missile attacks targeting Indian civilian areas and religious infrastructure on the nights of May 7, 8, and 9. However, India’s security apparatus remained vigilant and prepared intercepting and neutralizing a wave of unmanned aerial vehicles and missile threats before they could inflict serious harm. This robust and calibrated response reaffirmed India’s resolve to protect its sovereignty and citizens while maintaining operational restraint and strategic superiority.
India's Retaliatory Response:​

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India conducted retaliatory strikes on:​

• Radar installations in Lahore​
• Radar facilities near Gurjanwala and destroyed.​
• The Indian Armed Forces launched coordinated and accurate missile strikes on 9 terrorist bases-4 located in Pakistan (including Bahawalpur and Muridke) and 5 in Pakistan -occupied Kashmir (such as Muzaffarabad and Kotli). These locations were key command centers of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), responsible for major attacks like Pulwama (2019) and Mumbai (2008).​
• Deep strikes into Pakistan’s mainland, including Punjab and Bahawalpur, eliminated the distinction between terrorists and their state sponsors.​
• Within just three hours, India targeted 11 military installations including Noor Khan, Rafiqui, Murid, Sukkur, Sialkot, Pasrur, Chunian, Sargodha, Skardu, Bholari, and Jacobabad.​
• The attack targeted major ammunition depots and airbases such as Sargodha and Bholari, where F-16 and JF-17 fighter jets were stationed. As a result, nearly 20% of Pakistan's air force infrastructure was destroyed.​
• After Pakistani artillery and mortar attacks targeted civilian areas in the Poonch-Rajouri sector along the Line of Control, Indian forces retaliated, destroying terrorist bunkers and Pakistani army positions that were targeting civilians.​

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Unable to withstand further damage, Pakistan initiated the ceasefire, with its Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) reaching out to the Indian DGMO. Pakistan also approached the United States to broker calm. On May 10, 2025, at 1700 hours both sides agreed to halt military actions on land, air, and sea.
Despite requesting the ceasefire, Pakistan violated it soon after sending drones into Indian civilian and military zones. These intrusions were effectively countered by Indian forces with field commanders given full freedom to respond. Ceasefire at the borders have been declared but OPERATION SINDOOR, a symbol of India’s fight against cross-border terrorism, will continue. India’s armed forces are in constant state of preparedness and alert to thwart any mischievous design from across the border.
India’s strong and measured response has received wide international support. The global community has clearly backed India’s stance, recognizing its efforts to combat terrorism and maintain regional stability.​

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United Kingdom​

UK Foreign Minister David Lammy stated, “India has every reason to be outraged by the Pahalgam killings. Such acts of terrorism are completely unacceptable.” Echoing this sentiment, former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized, “No democratic state should tolerate cross-border terrorism.”​

Russia​

Russia’s Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated, “Russia firmly condemns all acts of terrorism and opposes any form of extremism. It is essential for the international community to join forces in combating this global menace.” She also urged both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and emphasized, “We hope all differences are resolved peacefully through diplomatic dialogue.”​

Israel​

Israel’s Ambassador to India Reuven Azar affirmed Israel’s backing, stating, “Israel supports India’s right to self-defense. Terrorists should know there’s no place to hide from their heinous crimes against the innocent.”​

United States​

The United States President Donald Trump affirmed, “India has a sovereign right to combat terrorism,” backing the legitimacy of Operation SINDOOR. Vice President JD Vance, while urging restraint, remarked, “This is fundamentally a regional matter not America’s war and not something we should try to control.”​

France​

French President Emmanuel Macron expressed strong solidarity with India following the Pahalgam terrorist attack. He condemned the attack in the strongest possible terms and offered his deepest condolences. “France, alongside its allies, will continue the fight against terrorism wherever necessary.” This message highlighted France’s unwavering support for India in its battle against terrorism.​

Netherlands​

Netherlands Prime Minister Dick Schoof expressed his condolences for the horrific cross-border terror attack in Pahalgam. He strongly condemned the cowardly act and reaffirmed the Netherlands' firm stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.​

Japan​

Japan’s Defence Minister Gen Nakatani San strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and expressed unwavering solidarity with India in its fight against terrorism.​

Saudi Arabia​

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly denounced the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, denouncing it as a heinous act of violence. Reaffirming the Kingdom’s firm stance against terrorism and extremism, the ministry expressed deep condolences to the victims’ families and solidarity with India.​

United Arab Emirates (UAE)​

The UAE supported India’s right to self-defense through Operation SINDOOR, reflecting its zero-tolerance stance on terrorism and its deepening strategic ties with India. This backing strengthened India’s position among Gulf nations and highlighted the UAE’s role in promoting regional security.​

Iran​

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian personally called Prime Minister Modi to offer condolences for the Pahalgam attack and emphasized the need for stronger regional cooperation against terrorism.​

Qatar​

Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani called S. Jaishankar to express “deep concern” over escalating tensions but reaffirmed Qatar’s position that terrorism is unacceptable. By supporting India’s actions, Qatar reinforced its commitment to combating terrorism and its growing diplomatic ties with India.​

Panama​

Panama, a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council recognized India’s “legitimate efforts to counter terrorism” following the Pahalgam attack. The Panamanian government urged a unified international response to terrorist threats, supporting India’s.​

Sri Lanka​

Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake expressed strong solidarity with India following the Pahalgam terror attack, “Deeply shocked by the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 innocent lives. Just spoke with PM Narendra Modi to convey Sri Lanka’s solidarity and our shared commitment against terrorism. Our hearts go out to the victims’ families. We stand with India in these difficult times.”​

European Union​

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The European Union (EU) and its 27 member states unequivocally condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April and the murder of innocent civilians. “Terrorism can never be justified. Those responsible for the attack must be brought to justice. Every state has the duty and the right lawfully to protect its citizens from acts of terror.”​

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Maldives​

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President Mohamed Muizzu condemned the attack and reaffirmed Maldives’ commitment to fighting terrorism.​

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Palestine​

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President Mahmoud Abbas condemned the attack as a “heinous act” and wrote to Prime Minister Modi expressing sorrow for the loss of innocent lives.​

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In response to the U.S. offer to mediate on Kashmir, India firmly reiterated that the only issue to be addressed is the return of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). India made it clear that no dialogue is possible unless Pakistan takes concrete action against cross-border terrorism. Rejecting any third-party mediation, India asserted that Kashmir is a sovereign and bilateral matter. New Delhi has also made it unequivocal that any future act of terror will be treated as an act of war, underscoring its firm resolve to defend its sovereignty.
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2128747 ​